Aguas frescas guide · hibiscus
What Is Agua de Jamaica?
Agua de jamaica is a ruby-red hibiscus drink known for a tart, floral flavor. It is served cold as an agua fresca in Mexico and is enjoyed in different forms across Latin America and the Caribbean.
What gives jamaica its color and flavor?
The drink is made by steeping dried hibiscus calyces. That infusion creates the deep red color, fragrant aroma and tangy flavor people associate with jamaica.
Is jamaica sweet or sour?
Hibiscus is naturally tart. Sweetness softens the edge, but a good jamaica still keeps enough acidity to feel lively and refreshing.
Bóbame’s boba finish
Bóbame pairs jamaica and lime with passion fruit popping boba. The tropical bursts complement the floral tartness while keeping the drink squarely in the light, refreshing Frescas collection.